XC Skiing Checklist

Nordic skiing is just like any other sport where you have
to bring many items with you each time. Maybe corporate America has
just convinced us we do. My issues is not forgetting to bring stuff
with me to ski but losing it in the parking lot, just ask those who
ski with me. Here’s a list of things to think about when headed to
the mountain for a skate.

Equipment:

• Skis (duh)
• Poles (ah,
  duh)
• Boots (hey people actually forget this
  one just like cycling shoes)

Clothes:

• Socks (2
  pairs)
• Tights
• Shell pant
  (optional)
• Wind Blocker underwear
• Various tops (one being a wind block)
• Various temperature rated gloves
• Hat
• Sun glasses
• Vest
• Wind shell
• Jacket
• Ear warmer

Other Gear

• HRM
• Head Lamp
• Snow Visor
• Bottle holster
• Puffy jacket for after

Odds & Ends

• Sun
  screen
• Lip Balm
• Food for
  during your ski
• GYST transition bag to change with
• Extra water
• Food for
  after
• Action Wipes
• Towel

Other

• Parking Pass
• Shovel
• Car chains
• Blanket

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